“The belief in the possibility of a short decisive war appears to be one of the most ancient and dangerous of human illusions.”
– Robert Lynd, writer (1879-1949)

When I read this this morning, my first thought went to the situation in Iraq. Then to the battle between God and the forces of this world. Finally, I thought to my “simple” commission to go and make disciples. The last thing He wants for me is to think of that opportunity as simple or short.